Meet Jag!

Meet Jag! Looking for a sweet, snuggly, soulful pup with a heart of gold? Look no further than Jag! This adorable boy is around 5 1/2 months old and weighs in at 22 pounds of pure puppy love. Likely a Labrador/Shepherd mix, Jag is the perfect blend of playful energy, intelligence, and gentle sweetness.

Jag is potty trained, crate trained, and sleeps soundly through the night in his crate from 9:30pm to 8am. He considers his crate his safe haven and will often retreat there during the day—just as long as he can keep an eye on his humans. He also loves curling up on any soft surface he can find, whether it’s the couch, your favorite chair, or a cushy dog bed.

Though shy at first, Jag warms up quickly and becomes a loyal, lifelong cuddle buddy. He’s incredibly affectionate and would happily melt into your lap if it meant being closer to you. While he’s not a fan of being picked up, he thrives on closeness—snuggling beside you on the couch or curling up with his head on your lap is his happy place. Bonus: he gives the best puppy eyes when asking for belly rubs (and you’ll want to give him lots—he LOVES them)!

Jag is also a playful pup who adores his stuffies, benebones, and especially doing zoomies with his dog friends. He’s currently in foster care with pups of all sizes—from an 18-pound border collie to a 120-pound Labradane—and gets along fabulously with everyone. In fact, he’s most confident and content when he has at least one other friendly, playful dog to learn from and pal around with. A doggy sibling in his forever home would be a huge plus!

Jag is also very intelligent and picks up on things quickly. He’s already learning basic commands like “sit” and “stay” with ease, and his strong food motivation makes training a breeze. He’s still getting used to leash walking and is gradually building his confidence on walks, so his adopters should be prepared to continue working with him as he gets more comfortable exploring the world.

Due to his sensitive nature, Jag is best suited for a calmer home with adults or respectful, dog-savvy children. Fast movements and loud noises from people he doesn’t know can make him nervous at first. He needs a patient family who will give him the space and time he needs to feel safe and let him come out of his shell at his own pace. Kids who understand how to be gentle, avoid picking him up, and allow him to initiate affection will have a loyal snuggle buddy for life.

Jag’s sweet, submissive personality means he thrives under positive reinforcement and gentle, kind guidance. With the right people, Jag is sure to blossom into a confident, happy dog who will give endless love in return.

If you’re looking for a loyal, low-key, playful pup with a heart full of love and a soul that just wants to be close to yours, Jag might be your perfect match.

Jag is being fostered in Connecticut and is adoptable throughout the New England states.

*All breed listings are educated guesses and not guaranteed*